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Topic: Culture

thimblerig

IPA: /ˈθɪmbəlˌrɪg/

KK: /ˈθɪmbəlˌrɪg/

noun

Definition: A person who performs a trick or game where a small object is hidden under cups, and the audience tries to guess where it is, often used to deceive or swindle.

Example: The thimblerig was a popular street game, attracting many curious onlookers.

transitive verb

Definition: To cheat or trick someone, especially by using sleight of hand or deception.

Example: He tried to thimblerig the unsuspecting tourists out of their money.

thimblerigger

IPA: /ˈθɪmbəlˌrɪɡər/

KK: /ˈθɪmbəlˌrɪɡər/

noun

Definition: A person who deceives others by using tricks or sleight of hand, often in a game or a scam.

Example: The thimblerigger fooled many people with his clever tricks at the fair.

thirdhand

IPA: /ˈθɜrdˌhænd/

KK: /θɜrdhænd/

adjective

Definition: Describing something that has been obtained from two previous sources or owners before reaching the current owner.

Example: The thirdhand car I bought was still in good condition despite its previous owners.

thirlage

IPA: /ˈθɪr.lɪdʒ/

KK: /ˈθɪr.lɪdʒ/

noun

Definition: A legal right that allows a mill owner to require tenants to bring their grain to that mill for processing.

Example: The farmer had to comply with the thirlage, bringing all his grain to the local mill.

thoroughgoing

IPA: /ˈθɜːroʊˌɡoʊɪŋ/

KK: /ˈθɜroʊˌɡoʊɪŋ/

adjective

Definition: Complete and thorough in every way; not limited or partial.

Example: The team conducted a thoroughgoing analysis of the data before making their recommendations.

thrasonical

IPA: /θræˈsɒnɪkəl/

KK: /θræˈsɒnɪkəl/

adjective

Definition: Describing someone who is boastful or braggart-like, often in a way that is exaggerated or showy.

Example: His thrasonical claims about his achievements made everyone doubt his honesty.

threadbareness

IPA: /ˈθrɛdˌbɛə.nəs/

KK: /ˈθrɛdˌbɛr.nəs/

noun

Definition: The condition of being worn out or shabby, especially in reference to fabric or clothing that has become thin and frayed due to use.

Example: The old sofa showed signs of threadbareness, with its fabric worn and faded.

threnodic

IPA: /θrɛnˈoʊdɪk/

KK: /θrɛnˈoʊdɪk/

adjective

Definition: Relating to a song or poem of mourning or lamentation.

Example: The threnodic verses captured the deep sorrow of the community after the loss.

threnodist

IPA: /ˈθrɛnədɪst/

KK: /θrɛnəˌdɪst/

noun

Definition: A person who composes or recites a lament or mournful poem, often expressing sorrow for someone who has died.

Example: The threnodist delivered a heartfelt tribute at the memorial service.

threnody

IPA: /ˈθrɛnədi/

KK: /ˈθrɛnədi/

noun

Definition: A type of poem or song that expresses sadness or grief, especially for someone who has died.

Example: The threnody moved everyone to tears as it beautifully captured the sorrow of loss.

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